Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists Salary in Mid Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Mid Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $55,700 -8.1% vs national
Median hourly $26.78
10th percentile $35,650
90th percentile $65,390
Employed locally 330
National median $60,640

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,650
    25th
    $46,530
    50th (median)
    $55,700
    75th
    $59,320
    90th
    $65,390

    Top-paying metros for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Urban Honolulu, HI $83,980
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $82,500
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $82,450
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $80,850
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $80,820
    Napa, CA $79,580

    Related occupations in Mid Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Maintenance and Repair Workers, General$44,450
    Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics$46,670
    Industrial Machinery Mechanics$52,890
    First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers$67,960
    Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers$49,420
    Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers$101,370

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists make per hour in Mid Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Mid Michigan is $26.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.96 or more per hour.

    Is Mid Michigan above or below average for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salaries?

    The median Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists salary in Mid Michigan is 8.1% below the national median of $60,640. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists in Mid Michigan?

    Entry-level Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $35,650 per year in Mid Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,530.